Enjoying innovation and making a living off innovation are two very different things. It's too easy to be a spectator and a speculator. For business, the only innovation that matters is one that users can embrace. And before they use it... they have to choose it.

Choosing something new and untested is risky, and usually happens when the status quo is unacceptable. People choose risk when all they have are bad options, and especially when they are losing assets. So if you want to drive innovation forward, go someplace unpleasant!

Positioning: The Battle for Your Mindby Al Ries and Jack Trout. Only rated three stars because so much here is now 'common knowledge' in marketing. Still, one of the best marketing books of the last century and essential reading if you're new to the field. Plus, a fun, quick read. (****)